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Patent GB-2426259-A (GB)
Title: Hand rail with emergency lighting
Inventor: HARRISON ROBERT
IPC: F21W111/08
Filed: 2005-05-18
Abstract: The hand rail, primarily for use in stairs and corridors, comprises a balustrade 10 defining a hollow tubular cavity 12 and, spaced along the balustrade, multiple mounting brackets 20 for mounting the balustrade to a support surface. At least one of the mounting brackets is provided with at least one light source 50 for emitting guiding light and a back up power supply 60 for the light source is provided within the hollow tubular cavity. Preferably all of the mounting brackets are provided with at least one light source, with the light sources preferably comprises LED lamps. Each mounting bracket preferably includes a cavity 42 for housing a light source along with a mounting plate 22 for mounting to the support surface and an arm 26 for holding the balustrade. The cavity is preferably shaped so that in use it directs light generally downwards. The hollow cavity of the balustrade preferably house a mains cable supply 36 with the back up power supply comprising a rechargeable battery arranged for recharging by a mains power supply. A scheduler for scheduling regular timed periods of operation of the back up power supply may also be included.
Patent GB-2431037-A (GB)
Title: Display formed by scanning picture elements
Inventor: BOOTH ROY
IPC: G09F9/37
Filed: 2005-09-01
Abstract: A display comprises a two-dimensional array of multi-faced picture elements or pixels. An actuator 8 is scanned over the array in order to engage with and rotate at least some of the picture elements such that selected faces 1, 2, 3, are brought into view thereby constructing an overall image. The orientation of a picture element may be determined prior to rotation, e.g. via labels 12 and sensors 11, and the total rotation applied to a picture element may comprise a series of quantised angles of rotation. The picture element array may be moveable relative to a transparent viewing screen (13, fig. 3) such that the picture elements, when brought into contact with the screen, may rotatably align their faces into a parallel relationship with the screen, the picture elements, once aligned, being prevented by the screen from further rotation. Alternate sections of the array may move relative to one another thus allowing selective rotation of four-faced picture elements (see fig. 5). The actuator may bring a selected face into view irrespective of the initial rotational position of the picture element, and columns or rows of picture elements may be translucent such that light shone into the ends of the rows or columns provides a back-lit display.
Patent GB-2429975-A (GB)
Title: 1,5-substituted-1H-tetrazole 11beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 1 inhibitors
Inventor: WEBSTER SCOTT PETER
IPC: C07D413/04
Filed: 2005-09-08
Abstract: A 1,5-substituted-1H-tetrazole compound of formula: <EMI ID=1.1 HE=22 WI=24 LX=945 LY=627 TI=CF> <PC>wherein one of W<1> and W<5> is a group -J-L-Q; and the other is a group Z; wherein Z is hydrogen or R<Q>; J is S, S(O), S(O)2, O, NR<NJ> or CH2, with the proviso that if W<1> is -J-L-Q, then J is S, S(O)2, CH2 or additionally C(O); L is optionally substituted C1-6alkylene; Q is -C(O)R<A1>, C(O)OR<E1>, optionally substituted tetrahydropyran-2-yl, NR<N1>C(O)R<A2>, C(O)NR<N2>R<N3>, NR<N4>C(O) NR<N5>R<N6>, NR<N7>C(O)OR<E2>, a cyclic group or hydrogen; R<Q> is optionally substituted alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, cyclyl, R<N7> (hetero)arylalkyl or heterocyclylalkyl; R<NJ>, R<A1>, R<E1>, R<E2>, R<N1>, R<A2>, R<N2>, R<N3>, R<N4>, R<N5>, R<N6> are all substituents; pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates, amides, esters, ethers, N-oxides, chemically protected forms and prodrugs thereof may be useful as 11beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type-1 (11-beta-HSD1) inhibitors. These compounds may be useful for the treatment of the metabolic syndrome which induces conditions such as type 2 diabetes and obesity; as well as insulin dependence, hypertension, lipid disorders and cardiovascular disorders; and the treatment of CNS conditions including dementia and Alzheimer's Disease. Preferred compounds feature W<5> as -J-L-Q where J is S, S(O) or S(O)2.
Patent GB-2415264-A (GB)
Title: Electrooptic modulators and waveguides devices incorporating the same
Inventor: RIDGWAY RICHARD W
IPC: G02F1/065
Filed: 2004-02-05
Abstract: According to the present invention, an improved waveguide device (10) utilizes an advantageously designed optically functional cladding region (35) and an associated modulation controller to address design challenges in applications requiring modulation, attenuation, control, switching, etc. of optical signals. In accordance with one embodiment of the present invention, an electrooptic modulator (10) is provided comprising an optical waveguide (20), a cladding (30) optically coupled to the optical waveguide, an optically functional cladding region (35) defined in at least a portion of the cladding, and a modulation controller configured to provide a modulating control signal to the optically functional cladding region. The modulation controller is configured to generate an electric field in the optically functional region in response to a biased modulating RF control signal.
Patent GB-2434510-A (GB)
Title: Using a plurality of predetermined spreading codes to enhance frequency diversity in a block CDMA system
Inventor: COON JUSTIN
IPC: H04J13/00
Filed: 2006-01-19
Abstract: The arrangement provides an enhancement of frequency diversity in the channel in multiple access transmission based on block code division multiple access (CDMA) for any number of users whose data to be transmitted is separated into a number of blocks. Each block is respectively spread using one of a plurality of predetermined spreading codes prior to transmission. The code may be selected in a pseudorandom manner from the predetermined codes, or may follow a cyclic process whereby the code for the first block is selected at random, and codes for subsequent blocks are selected according to the highest frequency shift induced. The spreading code for a given user may be temporarily altered so as to transmit over the full bandwidth, and thus maximally exploit the frequency diversity in the channel for a given period of time.
Patent GB-2423680-A (GB)
Title: Data transmission over an existing interface of an electrical power tool
Inventor: SINGLE ULRICH
IPC: H04B10/00
Filed: 2006-02-09
Abstract: An existing interface 3 of an electrical device 1, for example an electrical power tool 2 is also used for data transmission. One embodiment describes the transmission of data over the existing AC power line using various techniques including frequency changing. Another embodiment describes transmitting data over an existing signalling LED (for example, by flashing at a rate greater than the human eye is able to detect and being received by a light sensitive detector, preferably through an optocoupler (13)). The data to transmit can be stored on an on-board microcontroller and can include operating data, guarantee information or be used as passive theft protection.
Patent GB-2423301-A (GB)
Title: Cyclopropane aromachemicals
Inventor: TURIN LUCA
IPC: C07C67/293
Filed: 2006-02-17
Abstract: Cyclopropane compounds of formulae (I) and (II): <EMI ID=1.1 HE=37 WI=62 LX=755 LY=704 TI=CF> <PC>wherein R and R1 are hydrogen or C1-5 alkyl provided that in formula (I) when R is methyl, R1 is hydrogen or C2-5 alkyl; R2 has from 1 to about 12 carbon atoms and is a straight or branched aliphatic group, or a cyclic, heterocyclic or aromatic group; and R3 and R4 are hydrogen or methyl; are useful as fragrance/flavour compounds. Preferred compounds are cyclopropyl derivatives of linalool and linalyl esters. A method of producing compounds of formula (I) or (II) by cyclopropanation of the corresponding dialkenes is also outlined. This cyclopropanation affords compounds which have similar odour profiles to the dialkenyl compounds, but which are not as highly allergenic and/or have improved useful lifetimes. Mixtures of these compounds, their use as perfuming materials and their use in compositions, products, preparations or articles in the form of fragrances, colognes, soaps, shower gels, shampoos, cosmetic preparations, body odorants, deodorants, antiperspirants, air fresheners, detergents, softeners, bleach products, disinfectants, all purpose cleaners, beverages, foods, chewing gums and pharmaceuticals are also provided.
Patent GB-2435897-A (GB)
Title: A building device
Inventor: FIGUEIRA JOHN ANDREW
IPC: E04G21/16
Filed: 2006-03-09
Abstract: The invention relates to a device 1 comprising a frame 2 having at least two surfaces arranged substantially perpendicular to each other, and at least one level indicator 3, preferably a spirit level, attached to the frame. At least a portion of the device with the at least one level indicator attached, is adapted to be fixed to a building element. Later embodiments relate to a method of constructing a building, wherein the device is fixed to a prefabricated building unit (7 figure 3), a prefabricated unit with the device fixed to the unit, and a disposable tool comprising a length of rigid material with the device fixed to the material. The device can be particularly useful in the erection of buildings using prefabricated building units such as studwork and the like.
Patent GB-2426439-A (GB)
Title: Dirt collecting system for a vacuum cleaner
Inventor: MOINE DAVID W
IPC: A47L9/04
Filed: 2003-05-01
Abstract: The invention is a floor care appliance 10 having a suction nozzle for lifting dirt particles from a surface to be cleaned, a suction source for creating a dirt laden air stream, and a cleaner housing 224. The floor care appliance 10 further has a container 550 removably attached to the housing 224 and interposed in the dirt laden airstream. A filter 581 is provided in the container 550 for preventing dirt particles from exiting the container 550, with said filter 581 being removable. Additionally, a filtration bag 612 may be inserted into the dirt collecting container 550. The filtration bag 612 may or may not be disposable and may or may not have a HEPA rating. The dirt collecting container 550 may also include a plurality of ribs.
Patent GB-2443646-A (GB)
Title: Inspecting railway tracks
Inventor: DAVIES WILLIAM
IPC: B61K9/08
Filed: 2006-11-09
Abstract: An automated system for inspecting sets of railway tracks for defects is mounted on a railway vehicle for travelling along a set of rails. The system includes a first acceleration sensor 2 measuring acceleration in a first direction and a second acceleration sensor 3 measuring acceleration in a second direction different from the first direction. The system also includes a location information module 12 (e.g. GPS, track-side transmitter) and a control device 7. The control device 7 receives acceleration measurements from the sensors 2, 3, associates these measurements with a track location determined by the location module 12. A property of the set of rails at a particular location is then determined. The system is mounted on a normal train rather than a specific inspection vehicle so that inspection can occur during normal operation of the railway network. The system may be used to detect faults in the train to which it is mounted.
Patent GB-2445385-A (GB)
Title: Means for estimating the distance between a transmitter and a receiver
Inventor: NURMELA VUOKKO
IPC: G01S5/02
Filed: 2006-12-29
Abstract: An arrangement is provided for estimating the distance between a transmitter and a receiver whereby the distance estimate is based on a model including parameters that are selected depending on whether a received signal more likely propagated through a line-of-sight (LOS) radio channel or a non line-of-sight (NLOS) radio channel. The radio channel may include characteristics indicative of typical LOS or NLOS signals. The characteristics may include fading, power delay profile, Doppler spectrum and angular power spectrum characteristics.
Patent GB-2445928-A (GB)
Title: Telescopic handle assembly
Inventor: HUANG YAO-CHUNG
IPC: B25G1/04
Filed: 2007-01-25
Abstract: A retractable handle assembly includes a shank 10, an extension pipe 20, a retractable pipe 60, a receiving member 70, an expandable member 80, a control member 50, a driving member 40, and a rotation member 30. The retractable pipe 60 is movable relative to the extension pipe 20 by rotation of the rotation member 30 to adjust the distance between the retractable pipe 60 and the extension pipe 20 so as to adjust the length of the retractable handle assembly. The assembly is locked by rotating the control member 50, which passes through the expandable member 80, so that the expandable member 80 is pressed outwardly to press the extension pipe 20 and lock the retractable pipe 60 onto the extension pipe 20. Preferably, the control member 50 has a pair of push flanges 50, each of which is inserted into a respective locking recess 85 of the expandable member 80 by rotation of the control member 50. The control member 50 is therefore locked by the expandable member 80, thereby preventing the control member 50 from being jammed due to an excessive rotation.
Patent GB-2446443-A (GB)
Title: Integral blanket in cushion
Inventor: SHYNKANOVA SVITLANA
IPC: A47G9/10
Filed: 2007-02-06
Abstract: The invention relates to a cushion and blanket in one. The cushion, which may be of any shape, contains an attached blanket inside which acts as both a filling for the cushion when folded inside or as a blanket to wrap around the body for warmth when withdrawn from the cushion. The cushion cover is attached to the blanket such that, when the blanket is withdrawn, the user may put their feet into the cushion cover. The cushion may be made using any fabric and/or lining and a fastener (e.g. zip or Velcro  õ  ) may be used to fasten the blanket inside the cushion.
Patent GB-2447938-A (GB)
Title: Water motor sprayer
Inventor: WANG KING YUAN
IPC: B05B3/00
Filed: 2007-03-28
Abstract: A sprayer has a water motor 10, or turbine (12,fig.1), powering the motion of a nozzle head so that it either reciprocates between a limited angular range of motion, or rotates a full 360 degrees. The nozzle has a range of selectable spray pattern exit apertures, such as on a rotating wheel arrangement 40. The motion of the nozzle head can be altered by a slidable selection switch. The nozzle head also features a rotating water shield 50, which can be repositioned rotationally such as to aid the variation of possible different spray patterns.
Patent GB-2438438-A (GB)
Title: Slim Type Fuel Cell Device
Inventor: CHEN CHIEN AN
IPC: H01M8/04089
Filed: 2007-05-22
Abstract: The present invention discloses a fuel cell device: which comprises a shell with at least one first internal space and one second internal space, and, the shell portion forming the first internal space is compatible to the profile of an optical storage drive; a fuel cell stack 22 , is configured at the front end of the first internal space, A wind cover 25 is configured in the first inner space, and one end of the wind cover is airtight joined on one side of the fuel cell stack, and the other end is airtight joined with the inlet of a wind box.24. The wind box is configured in the second inner space, and provided with an inlet and an outlet. A partial structure of a condensing device 26 is configured in the first inner space, and the other partial structure is configured in the second inner space. One end of the condensing device is connected with the outlet of the wind box, and the other end is connected with the mixing tanks with pipes. A mixing tank 27 is configured in the second inner space, and connected with the anode fuel inlet of the fuel cell stack with pipes.
Patent GB-2449675-A (GB)
Title: colour-coded identification signalling system
Inventor: BLIGH MAURICE
IPC: G01V15/00
Filed: 2007-05-31
Abstract: The system relates to a radio frequency network of transmitters/receivers or transponders to link commanders of coalition armed forces engaged in combat against a common enemy. This enables commanders to identify and locate all coalition personnel/equipment from those of an enemy. Easily-understood symbols and text messages are displayed on VDUs to represent coalition forces in a given area. The visual information is automatically processed from encrypted digital data disseminated via terrestrial or satellite network links. Commanders can push-button veto any planned attacks against enemy positions to prevent potential 'friendly fire' incidents, or sanction attacks if deemed safe to proceed. The system is adaptable for civilian applications (with or without encryption) to identify personnel and their whereabouts during potentially hazardous operations or emergencies.
Patent GB-2449699-A (GB)
Title: Rotary kiln for manufacturing cement clinker
Inventor: WHITELEY DESMOND
IPC: C04B7/47
Filed: 2007-06-01
Abstract: A rotary kiln for the manufacture of cement clinker comprises an elongated tubular steel member with an internal refractory brick lining, an inlet feed, an exit adjacent to a lower end of the tubular member, and means for intercepting heat, and thus cooling, the newly formed cement clinker at the exit. Preferably, the temperature of clinker issuing from the kiln is reduced by lengthening a burner pipe, thus minimising entropy in a burning zone and reducing the throughput potential of the kiln. A lifting device may be installed at the lower end of a cooling zone of the kiln, where intercepted heat from the lifted clinker leaving the device may enhance entropy in the burning zone of the kiln. The clinker dust created by the lifting device may be carried up through the kiln in particulate form with the gas flow, with the lighter clinker dust being carried up into the burning zone of the kiln where it releases its acquired heat. Preferably, the acquired heat reduces the calcining heat requirement in the burning zone of the kiln such that the combined enhanced entropy and reduced calcining heat requirement increases and restores the throughput potential of the kiln to its original level.
Patent GB-2443087-A (GB)
Title: Systems and Methods For Isolation of Torque and Sense Capacitors Of MEMS Accelerometers
Inventor: DERBYSHIRE MARK T
IPC: G01P15/125
Filed: 2007-10-18
Abstract: A Micro Electromechanical Systems (MEMS) accelerometer device 100 having a proof mass flexibly attached to a substrate is described. The device includes one or more sense capacitors 26 formed between the proof mass and the substrate 106, one or more torque capacitors 24 formed between the proof mass and the substrate, and an isolation device 110 that electrically isolates cathodes of the sense capacitors from cathodes of the torque capacitors on the proof mass. The proof mass comprises a flexible device layer 104. The isolation device 110 may comprise a trough within the proof mass. The trough may include at least one of an oxide layer and a bead of poly-silicon.
Patent GB-2443323-A (GB)
Title: Scaffold clamp
Inventor: COLLIE WILLIAM DAVID STAFFORD
IPC: E04G7/08
Filed: 2007-10-24
Abstract: A scaffold clamp 1 is provided for retaining two scaffold pipes 3 and 5 in close proximity. The scaffold clamp 1 comprises a first yoke part 7 for engaging with external surface of one of the scaffold pipes 3/5. A second yoke part 9 is provided for engaging with external surfaces of the other of the scaffold pipes 3/5. A stringer part 11 interconnects the first yoke part 7 and the second yoke part 9 at one side. A clamping mechanism 17 is provided for interconnecting the first yoke part 7 and the second yoke part 9 at the other side. The scaffold clamp is such that the two scaffold pipes 3/5 will be embraced within a space 23 defined by the first yoke part 7 and the second yoke part 9, and the stringer part 11 and the clamping mechanism 17, so there can be relative drawing of the first yoke part 7 towards the second yoke part 9 to retain the two scaffold pipes 3/5 in adjacent proximity.
Patent GB-2442623-A (GB)
Title: Interpolation process circuit
Inventor: KOYANAGI YUKIO
IPC: H03H17/02
Filed: 2006-02-08
Abstract: There are included a three-tap FIR calculating part (2) that multiples data outputted from three taps on a tapped delay line by respective filter factors comprising a ratio value sequence of "-1, m, -1"; and an n-tap FIR calculating part (3) that multiples data outputted from n caps on a tapped delay line by respective filter factors comprising a predetermined value sequence. Interpolation values can be determined by use of sum-of-products calculations using various factor sequences comprising various values of m and n. The three-tap FIR calculating part (2) is adapted to determine interpolation values by use of the sum-of-products calculations that always use only three values. In this way, the circuit scale can be reduced and further the calculation process can be simplified, thereby achieving a high-rate interpolation process.
Patent GB-2454915-A (GB)
Title: Pressure vessel with internal spool for well intervention
Inventor: DEIBLE CHARLES
IPC: B66D1/00
Filed: 2007-11-23
Abstract: A spooling apparatus for use with a well intervention includes a pressure vessel 22 in which the spool 24 is housed, the pressure vessel 22 being capable of maintaining pressure equal to that of the well. Guidance means allow a flexible line 26 on the spool 24 to be directed to the outlet 34 of the vessel 22 and decouple the angle of the line 26. The spool 24 is disposed on a drum and the drum is movable within the vessel 22 to control the exit angle of the line 26. The pressure vessel 22 may also be include rolling bars 28 arranged around the exterior of the drum. In one embodiment the line spool drum 56 is integrated into the well head control equipment and the core of the drum 56 is coaxial with the lubricator 54. In this case the line can be wound against the inside of the pressure vessel (fig 4).
Patent GB-2450189-A (GB)
Title: Cyclohexenone compounds from Antrodia Camphorata for use in the treatment of liver disease
Inventor: LIU SHENG-YUN
IPC: A61K31/122
Filed: 2007-12-19
Abstract: A compound of formula (I) as defined therein can be obtained from Antrodia camphorata and finds use in liver protection, in particular 4-hydroxy-2,3-dimethoxy-6-methyl- 5(3,7,11-trimethyl-dodeca-2,6,10-trienyl)-cyclohex-2-enone. The compound helps to alleviate liver injury and fibrosis induced by chemicals and reduces the levels of alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and aspartate aminotransferase (AST). By increasing the content of glutathione peroxidase (GSHPx) and catalase (CAT), the said cyclohexenone reduces liver damage and oxidative pressure caused by free radicals and also enhances antioxidant ability. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds may also be prepared.
Patent GB-2445840-A (GB)
Title: Suction cup having control handle and valve
Inventor: CHEN LUNG-CHIH
IPC: F16B47/00
Filed: 2007-12-31
Abstract: A sucker includes a fixing seat 30, a suction cup 10, a control handle 50 having an eccentric portion 51 and a control valve 40. The suction cup has a first side provided with a recess 12 and a second side provided with a connecting hole 13 connected to the recess. The control valve includes a valve stem 41 movably mounted on the fixing seat 30 and movable to stop the recess 12. Thus, the valve stem 41 can be pulled outwardly to detach from the recess 12 of the suction cup 10 to connect the connecting hole 13 of the sucker body to the ambient air so as to break the vacuum state of the sucker body, so that the sucker body can be removed from a surface easily and quickly. A restoring spring 42 biases the valve stem 41 towards the recess 12 and the valve stem 41 may incorporate a stop ball 411.